Which of the following statements best describes the principal objection to interest group influence in law-making?

The influence exercised by interest groups advocating the interest of the wealthy is more plentiful, powerful and influential than groups representing the interest of the working class and poor.

The diversity of interests advocated by the various groups fractures governing coalitions and results in governmental gridlock.

Because the US president is only one person, and not a deliberative body like Congress, interest group influence on the President is likely to be stronger and more likely to result in adoption of policies adverse to the public interest.

Since interest groups may not lobby state legislatures, all their influence is targeted at the federal government which undermines the American system of federalism.

Which of the following statements is/are true with respect to lobbying?

Lobbying has a significant effect on statutory law-making.

Lobbyings influence can be both positive and negative effects on public policy.

Lobby is a big business.

All of the statements above are true.

None of the statements above is true.